Need Assistance Recovering From the Winter Storm? March 2, 2021 · 2 min readCommunityCommunity News Home › News & Events › General News › Need Assistance Recovering From the Winter Storm?NEED ASSISTANCE RECOVERING FROM THE WINTER STORM?Text HOUSTONFREEZE to 898211 to receive text updates about recovery resources.Regular text messaging rates apply.If you are in need of emergency assistance or need help navigating resources,CALL 2-1-1.REPORT DAMAGESReport your damages at https://www.connectivetx.org/winterstorm/.This survey will take only 10 minutes and help direct disaster resources to those in need.APPLYING FOR FEMA ASSISTANCEHere are the steps to take.Take photos of the damage to your home and belongings.Make a list of damaged/lost items.If you have insurance, you must file a claim with your insurance company. Prior to processing a claim, FEMA will want to review insurance information.Gather documents:Proof of occupancy or ownership of your residence (lease, utility bill, title, etc.)Proof of identification (TX Driver’s License or other government-issued ID)Insurance determination letter, if you have insurance.Apply for assistance and get additional informationPhone: 1-800-621-3362Online: www.disasterassistance.govUse the App: FEMA App on Apple Store or Google Play.FOOD AND WATERRecipients of SNAP can apply for replacement benefits for food that was lost or destroyed due to severe weather.Start by calling 2-1-1. Learn more: http://bit.ly/37y9oV6.The Houston Food Bank is providing home delivery service for food and water for vulnerable populations.Learn more at https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/winterstormEMERGENCY SUPPLIESHISD staff members have compiled resources for families and individuals at bit.ly/3s7gF64CrowdSource Rescue is providing necessary supplies to vulnerable populations across Houston.Learn more at http://crowdsourcerescue.org/freezeFind a complete list of resources atwww.unitedwayhouston.org/work/disaster/afterthestorm/ More storiesKeep readingRecent posts from Community. Community 22 min readChinese Community Center: Vita | Free Tax Preparation, Feb. 3-Apr. 14 Read more › Community 1 min readTzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, Jan. 27Providing free groceries to those in need in the community. Read more › Community 6 min readHelp Shape the Future of the International District Website! Read more › View all stories